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R35 KCD

1998 Honda FES250

Black Petrol 249cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Oct 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

43,329 mi
Last recorded43,329 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2014
Typical for 1998 Honda FES25019,374 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR35 KCD
MakeHonda
ModelFES250
Year1998
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine249cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2014 43,329 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 8 Oct 2013 42,937 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 11 May 2012 40,876 miles
Fail 11 May 2012 40,876 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Rear Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 May 2011 34,372 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2010 33,481 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2010 33,481 miles

Front Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 32,406 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2008 30,949 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2007 28,593 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2006 26,105 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2006 26,105 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

How Reliable is the Honda FES250?

Based on 6,421 MOT tests across 585 vehicles.

84.7%
Pass Rate
772
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
585
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 190
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 82
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 66
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 64
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 57
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R35 KCD is a 1998 Honda FES250 in Black with a 249cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1998 Honda FES250 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.7% with a typical mileage of 19,374 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Honda FES250 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 190 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R35 KCD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Honda FES250 typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 28 years old, this Honda FES250 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R35 KCD registered?

R35 KCD is a 1998 Honda FES250, first registered on 8 May 1998.

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